Civil Engineering Excellence

first choice civil engineering

partners

With a successful track record in civil engineering spanning over four decades, the McArdle Group has become one of the UK’s leading specialist construction companies in civil engineering and infrastructure works.

Our clients range from government agencies and local councils to blue-chip multinational companies, developers and contractors, and we have been involved in some of the country’s most prestigious projects in both Private and Public Sectors.

We successfully support projects covering a wide range of construction services in the UK and Overseas, as Principal/Main Contractor, Specialist Sub-contractor and/or material/equipment supplier.

Our in-house services:

Civil Engineering Contractor ºEarthworks ºGround Improvements ºReclamation & Remediation ºSmall Civils & External Works/Landscaping ºHaulage ºPlant Hire ºWaste Recycling after Haulage º

McArdle - Civil Engineering Excellence

first choice civil engineering

partners

culture andresponsibility

We strongly believe that our professional culture and ethics are two of the key differentiators in the way we conduct our business. Our teams are fully committed to process-led quality management in all aspects of our work. This work frequently involves the hazardous environments typically found in civil engineering and construction. As a result, McArdle are constantly reviewing site activity, removing opportunities for accidents and near misses.

Our established and award winning safety processes are applied by adopting internationally recognised standards and industry best practice in all areas of our health and safety management. All employees are committed to our environmental policy. Our clients consider us to be one of the most environmentally passionate civil engineering and ground engineering companies in the industry.

culture andresponsibility

divisions

civil engineering Establishing and reinforcing our reputation

among the construction elite demands that our

processes are excellent, that we work safely

and that we deliver on time and to project

specification.

Our depth of expertise allows us to respond

positively to the most demanding and time critical

civil engineering projects.

Our services range from early contractor

involvement to final construction. We are

respected for our safe working practices and

our practical and efficient construction methods

for major construction projects. This has won

us praise for quality, on time completion and

budgetary control.

Our professional surveyors and project teams

work with clients as partners. We ensure that

all environmental aspects of green and brown

field earth movement and muck shifting are

considered.

Our surveyors will help with earthworks

modelling using bespoke/industry standard

Digital Modelling software to determine the most

practical, environmentally friendly programme

and resource level for the project. We identify and

implement the most cost effective way of treating

the earthworks element of your project.

We can assist with all stages of your project:

pre-planning, earthworks balancing options

(reducing offsite disposal), fill hauls, site clearing,

earth and muck removal (where required), project

completion and site enabling.

The skills and practical experience of our project

teams cover all aspects of earth movement and

earthworks modelling. On site, they are supported

by a modern fleet of specialist well-maintained

vehicles, plant and equipment operated by fully

trained and safety minded direct employees.

earthworks

McArdle are one of the UK’s leading ground

engineering and improvement companies. We

have undertaken projects in some of the most

environmentally sensitive areas in the United

Kingdom.

As a result, we have developed a reputation

as innovative and responsible partners to both

government agencies and many of the industry’s

leading developers and contractors.

The comprehensive range of ground improvement

techniques we employ includes band drains,

stabilisation, reinforced earthworks, gabions etc

suitable for treating a wide range of soil types.

Understanding the drive for sustainability means

that much of the aggregates we use come from

recycled sources.

McArdle can provide pre-contract advice and

extensive input into the design for ground

improvement schemes covering a wide range of

developments.

ground improvements

reclamation and remediation As a market leader in land remediation and

reclamation, McArdle provide clients with a

range of some of the most innovative and

environmentally friendly, low cost solutions for

reclamation and remediation available today.

The depth of experience and knowledge within

our management team demonstrates to clients

that McArdle can undertake the most diverse and

challenging of projects. We undertake contracts

where land, due to its historic legacy, has been

left heavily polluted. Our in-house abilities ensure

we can return these problematic sites to the

market, giving enhanced value to both the client

and the wider community.

From the initial remediation strategy through

to final approval, we will ensure all aspects of

regulatory compliance are achieved throughout

the project.

Well known for our major projects work,

McArdle’s reputation for outstanding quality

of service is intrinsic to smaller scale civil

engineering projects, external works and

landscaping finishes as well.

Clients rightly demand high levels of workplace

safety, a deep knowledge of regulatory

compliance, and the assurance of on time quality

delivery at a competitive price. Understanding

these demands and those imposed by today’s

economic climate, we continue to perform at

levels that impress our clients both in the public

and commercial sectors.

Our knowledgeable engineering teams have

expertise in a range of sectors where we

undertake infrastructure, external works and

landscaping projects working through a variety of

procurement routes.

With versatile modern plant to support our work,

we are adept at performing in densely populated

urban districts as well as open public areas and

roadways.

small civilengineering

haulageThe McArdle Group’s Road Haulage Service

provides an effectively and professionally

managed fleet of HGVs capable of fulfilling the

significant logistics demands associated with civil

engineering projects.

We routinely manage a fleet of over 200 HGVs,

including an internal fleet of some 60 HGVs.

Our internal fleet consists of tipper lorries, low

loaders, fuel tankers and road sweepers as well

as ancillary equipment such as wheel washers.

Our HGV fleet supports a wide variety of both

internal and external projects.

McArdle’s Road Haulage Service provides the

link between our project activities and our Waste

Management activities, maximising our ability to

limit offsite disposal. By positioning all our road

licensed HGV activity under the control of our

haulage department, we take full advantage of

our established management structure to fulfil

our obligations under the Road Traffic Act whilst

aligning our haulage operations to the varying

legislative and operational environments of

Construction Sites, Waste Management Sites and

Quarries.

We are members of the FTA (Freight Transport

Association) and our management process

is accredited under FORS (Freight Operators

Recognition Scheme).

Our in-house fleet is 100% Euro4 compliant.

wasteMcArdle have been at the forefront of

Construction & Demolition Waste Management

throughout our history, continuously developing

practical and deliverable processes for waste

minimisation. These include re-use and recycling

as well as sustainably developing the viability and

use of recycled secondary aggregates and soil as

substrates for their primary markets.

Apart from servicing our own projects, McArdle

provide a complete waste management service

for the construction industry from initial ground

investigation through to completion of land

restoration.

Our waste specialists offer testing and

classification services designed to prevent

the incorrect disposal of all waste types.

When collecting waste from site our drivers

and operators rigorously police what they are

collecting, an essential service to our clients

when taking waste from brown field sites.

plant hireAs one of the UK’s leading Civil and Ground

Engineering companies, McArdle rely heavily

on up-to-date, well maintained earthmoving

plant. We understand the importance of reliable

machinery to ensure programme schedules are

maintained throughout a project.

Consequently we have made a significant

investment in the specialist plant we operate,

retrofitting numerous safety systems. This

includes auto braking radar, proximity sensors,

reversing cameras, handrail and seatbelt

indicators.

Our attention to safety and project completion

deadlines is supported by our policy of significant

capex investment and directly employed

operators – we leave nothing to chance.

With our large and diverse fleet, we are able to

support both McArdle and other construction

industry clients across the UK, providing reliable,

high quality, self drive or fully staffed earthmoving

plant service.

Our Environmental Commitment

McArdle always source energy efficient products

and machinery. We reduce our carbon footprint

by investing in a modern fleet of machinery of

which 80% achieves the Tier 3 standards for

environmental sustainability criteria for fuel

efficiency and emissions. This is one of the

cleanest emission levels currently available for

plant, with far lower emissions than normally

found in plant of this kind.

Safety and Increased Productivity

McArdle also support construction clients with a

full earthmoving plant hire package that includes

fully trained and experienced operators and

supervisors. We operate one of the largest GPS

enabled fleets of its kind in the UK complete with

laser control equipment. We minimise the amount

of men on the ground working around heavy

equipment whilst maximising productivity time.

projects

M25 DBFO

Client: Skanska/Balfour Beatty Joint VentureProject type: EarthworksProject duration: June 09 – May 12Value: £82 million

Project Scope:Earthworks to widen the M25 to 4 lanes over 36km between junctions 16 to 23 and 27km between junctions 27 to 30.

The work included;Early contractor involvement•Over 2,000,000m• 3 of excavation 100,000m• 3 of reinforced earthworks 150,000m• 3ofbackfilltostructures500,000m• 2 of pavement construction Formation of piling platforms •Formation of foundations for SFRW •Excavation of balancing ponds•Construction of landscape and •environmental featuresRe-soiling and grass seeding of all •soft areas

Ascot Racecourse

Client: Royal Ascot RacecourseProject type: Design & BuildInfrastructure ProjectProject duration: 4 monthsValue: £4 million

Project Scope:Hardstandings, lawns and associated services, pavements, race rails, handrails, stairways etc. The work included;

Silver Ring Enclosure redevelopment•New lawns, viewing platforms •and new parking, services, concrete access-ways and stairs, reconstructed access road and soft landscapingTime critical project linked to the •racing calendar of Royal Ascot

projects

Waste Recycling Group(WRG)

Client: Waste Recycling GroupProjecttype:LandfillConstruction/RestorationProject duration: Nov 11 (ongoing)Value: £18 million

Project Scope:3 year Framework Agreement.

The work so far includes;21landfillcells,16operational,4•closed and 1 hazardousNEC3 Engineering and Construction •Contract (July 2005) Option A81 different schemes from surface •water drainage to new cell constructionOver 1,000,000m• 3 of material to be moved/placed per yearIn excess of 750,000m• 2 of geotextile/geocomposite/geomembrane liner to be installed per year

Castle House Environmental Improvement Works

Client:BrookfieldConstruction(UK)LimitedProject type: Small Civils & ExternalWorksProject duration: 5 monthsValue: £700,000 Project Scope:Hard and soft landscaping and minor roadworks.

The work included;Kerbingandpaving•Structuralwaterproofing•Surfacing and white lining•Drainage•Tree/shrub planting•Turfing•

M1 Junctions 6A-10

Client: Balfour Beatty/Skanska Joint VentureProject type: EarthworksProject duration: March 06 – Nov 08Value: £25 million

Project Scope:Earthworks for a 17km section of the M1 and remodelling of junctions 8, 9 and 10.

The work included; Advice on construction strategy•1,600,000m• 3 of bulk earthworks Formation of landscape and •environmental features Recycling of site won and locally •sourced wasteThe excavation and lining of 13 •balancing pondsFormation of pile platforms and •foundations for VCB and surface water channelStructuralbackfillto46bridge•abutments

projects

Blackamoor Lane

Client: Michael Shanly GroupProject type: RemediationProject duration: August 10 – Oct 11

Project Scope:Reclamation and remediation of a 14 hectare former pit site (Badnells), an historicunlicensedlandfilldatingbackapproximately 50 years situated within a densely populated residential area.

The work included;Site Clearance•Construction of an access road and •bridgeInstallation of a slurry wall and a •sheet piled wall Excavation and disposal of •approximately 140,000m3 of contaminated materialRetro-fillingof72,000m• 3

Design and installation of •de-watering system De-pressurising of chalk aquifer•

London Gateway

Client: Laing O’RourkeProject type: Ground ImprovementProject Duration: July 10 – Feb 12Value: £1 million

Project Scope:Ground improvement and reclamation of land adjacent to the River Thames. The work included;

Supply of anchor plates•Installation of 5 million linear metres •of band drains to depths of between 14m to 22m24/7 working with up to 4 rigs•On-site facilities to maintain and •service the installation rigsClose liaison with the dredging and •earthworks contractor to ensure critical dates are achieved

Ocado Warehouse, Tamworth

Client:Bowmer&KirklandProject type: Earthworks and stabilisationProject duration: 7 weeksValue: £690,000

Project Scope:Earthworks and stabilisation package for a new Ocado warehouse in Tamworth, Staffordshire.

The work included;35,000m• 3ofcuttofill130,000m• 2 of cement stabilisation to formation a 30% CBR using a Writgen2500SKrotovatorLay and compact 100mm layer of •recycled crushed concrete over the entire area

projects

Bow East

Client: EWS (England, Wales and Scotland Railways)Project Type: Infrastructure worksProject duration: April – August 08Value: £2 million

Project Scope:Complete infrastructure for a new Logistics Centre and buildings for the 2012 games. Undertakeninclosepartnershipwiththe Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA), work included:

Earthworks•Sheet Piling•Decontamination•Installation of Alpha Block retaining •wallMesh reinforced concrete slabs•Drainage•Road and footpath construction•White Lining•Street Furniture•CCTV•Level crossings•RefurbishmentofWeighbridgeOffice•

M25 Junctions 12-15

Client: Balfour BeattyProject type: EarthworksProject duration: Jan 04 - March 06Value: £11 million

Project Scope:Widening existing 3 and 4 lane motorway to 4, 5 or 6 lanes in each direction, stage 2 construction of the spur road into Terminal 5.

The work included;Bulk earthworks•Road construction•Crushing and screening for recycling •into the works Topsoiling•Landscaping•

Port Glasgow Remediation

Client: Port GlasgowProject type: RemediationProject duration: April – August 08Value: £485,000

Project Scope:Remediation of 2.2 hectares of old gas worksatKingstonYard,PortGlasgowadjacent to the Clyde Estuary. The work included;

Development of risk based •remediation strategy Identificationofhotspotsof•contaminated materialExcavation and removal of heavily •contaminated soil Filtering of 14000m• 3 of perched groundwater

projects

A3 Hindhead

Client: Balfour BeattyProject Type: Earthworks & stabilisationProject duration: April 07 – Jan 12Value: £9.6 million

Project Scope:Earthworks and stabilisation for the 7km dual carriageway A3 Hindhead Tunnel. The work included;

835,000m• 3 of site clearance1,200,000m• 3 of bulk earthworks 100,000m³ of reinforced earthworks•700,000m³ofstructuralbackfill•Placement of over 93,000m• 2 of stabilised cement bound materialExcavation and GCL Lining to 4 •balancing pondsRecycling of site won material •Construction of landscape and •environmental features Placement and pinning of over •10,000m2 of topsoil Re-soiling and grass seeding of all •soft areas

projects

IFF Long Melford

Client: IFF (International Flavours and Fragrances)Project type: Earthworks and RemediationProject duration: Nov 05 - April 07 Value: £1.5 million

Project Scope:Demolition of a disused chemical plant, remediation and earthworks. The work included;

Demolition of existing factory•Crushing•Earthworks•Bio-remediation of hydrocarbons •contaminated soilsSite restoration for future •development

Newhaven

Client: Hochtief Construction AGProject type: Infrastructure and RemediationProject duration: March - Oct 08Value: £750,000

Project Scope:Site investigation, development and implementation of a remediation strategy.

The work included;1000m of clay cut-off trenches •around outside of worksConstruction of HDPE lined storage •lagoon500m drainage•Design, installation and maintenance •of a water treatment plantRemoved offsite and contained •on-site of contaminents Mass dig, stabilisation and disposal •of materials for re-use

Weymouth Relief Road

Client: SkanskaProject type: StabilisationProject duration: June – August 10Value: £299,000

Project Scope:Insitu stabilisation of chalk to form the carriageway foundation for the Weymouth Relief Road in readinessfor the 2012 Olympics.

The work included:Site trials to optimise pavement •design and material usageStabilisation of 7km of 13m wide •carriageway using a Wirtgen 2500SK2 layer construction using Ground •Granulated Blastfurnace Slag (GGBS) in the lower layer and OPC in the upper layerLevel control using a GPS grader •controlled system

A2 Batter Slip

Client: Balfour Beatty/Mott McDonaldProject Type: Embankment rehabilitationProject duration: March - April 11Value: £150,000

Project Scope:Embankment slip reinstatement on the A2carriedoutundercontrolledtrafficmanagement and night time lane closures.

The work included;Removal of unstable and unsuitable •materialConstruction of gabion walling•Reinstatement of embankment using •importedstructuralfillInstallation of toe drains •Rehabilitation of the existing failed •footpathReplacement of the failed crib wall •with a new gabion wall

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